Description
This decadent French Coconut Pie with Dulce de Leche combines a rich, creamy coconut filling with the luscious sweetness of dulce de leche, all nestled in a flaky pie crust. Perfectly baked until golden and set, this Southern-American dessert is both comforting and indulgent, making it an ideal treat for special occasions or whenever you’re craving a sweet, tropical-inspired pie.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche (plus extra for drizzling)
For Serving
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the pie evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture, then gently fold in the sweetened shredded coconut to evenly distribute it throughout the batter.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Pour the coconut filling into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent baking.
- Add Dulce de Leche Swirls: Spoon dollops of dulce de leche across the top of the filling, then use a knife or skewer to gently swirl it into the mixture, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the center is set without being liquid.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature to allow the filling to firm up for cleaner slices.
- Serve: Before serving, drizzle extra dulce de leche over the pie and dust with powdered sugar if desired, enhancing both flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a deeper coconut flavor, lightly toast the shredded coconut in a dry pan over medium heat before adding it to the filling.
- You can make homemade dulce de leche by simmering a can of sweetened condensed milk until caramelized, or use store-bought dulce de leche for convenience.
- This pie is best served at room temperature or chilled, which helps the filling set perfectly and intensifies the flavors.
